Francisco Mangado Congress Centre, Palma De Mallorca

An imposing building facing the sea highlights the Spanish architect’s capacity to relate to a large scale site, while devoting great care and intensity to the interiors

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FROM THE ARCHITECT’S PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The convention centre in Palma de Mallorca stands on a long narrow tract of land (450 metres in length with a maximum width of 50 metres) and faces the sea in a southwest direction. It is located on the way into the city from the airport and so marks one’s “arrival” in the city. This is further accentuated by the fact that, as you reach that point, there is a seaside welcome and a promenade – a major urban space that structures the city longitudinally. One condition worth highlighting is its central location. The seaside promenade means visitors can walk to the convention centre and there is easy public transportation from all parts of the city.